CRICKET Beechen Cliff School pupil Thomas Weaver received a commemorative plaque from MCC president Christopher Martin-Jenkins during the third day of the Test match between England and Sri Lanka at Lord's on Sunday.

The Year 12 pupil was one of 21 schoolboys who earned an invitation to the home of cricket after either scoring a century or taking five wickets against the MCC in the 2010 season.

Weaver secured his by hitting an unbeaten 106 in a seven-wicket success for Beechen last summer.

"It is an honour and an absolute privilege to receive this award from MCC," said Weaver after collecting his plaque on the famous Lord's outfield.

"I thoroughly enjoyed playing in the match last summer and it was a very proud moment when I reached the magic three figures.

"The fixture against MCC is the highlight of our season each year. Last summer was the first time that the school had beaten MCC and it was really special that I scored my first hundred at the same time. I can't wait to take guard against them again this season.

"I had a fantastic day at the home of cricket and would love to become a MCC member in the future."

The MCC is the world's most active cricket-playing club and each season fulfils a programme that consists of nearly 500 fixtures at home and abroad, against teams ranging from schools to international sides.

Beechen Cliff will be looking to follow up their excellent performance in last year's fixture when they play the MCC again on Wednesday, July 13.

"Congratulations to Thomas for his impressive performance against MCC last summer," said Martin-Jenkins.

"I hope that he enjoyed his day at Lord's and that he continues to enjoy playing the game for many years to come."